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Investigation on the Cortical Communication System

Studying how brain areas communicate in a clinical trial.

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18-70 years
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Investigation on the Cortical Communication System aims to help people who are "locked-in," meaning they can't move or talk but can still think clearly. Researchers want to see if a special brain implant can allow them to communicate. The implant is called the CortiCom system, and it includes small electrode grids with 128 electrodes placed on the brain. These electrodes help capture brain signals for communication through a computer interface. Participants will have researchers visit their homes 2-3 times a week for one year to help them learn to use the system. If it works well, they could use it on their own without researchers' help.
  • The study lasts for one year, with a chance to continue longer.
  • Participants will have regular home visits, 2-3 times a week.
  • The implant may help restore communication for those with severe paralysis.
Participation is only available for those aged 18 to 70 with specific medical conditions and who can communicate, like through eye movements. Participants must live close to the University Medical Center Utrecht and meet certain health criteria to ensure safety.
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    Locked-in Syndrome
    Neuromuscular Diseases
    Brainstem Stroke
    Traumatic Brain Injury

NCT06207591

UMC Utrecht

24 January 2024

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